ClimateAugust 21, 2026

inundating

IN-un-day-ting

Definition

To overwhelm or cover with a large amount of water, typically resulting in flooding.

Etymology

Originates from the Latin word 'inundare', meaning 'to overflow,' which is formed from the prefix 'in-' and the root 'unda' meaning 'wave.'

In the news

The article uses the word to describe how the heavy rainfall submerged and flooded several areas across the Mid-Atlantic region. It emphasizes the scale of the damage caused by the storm's intense downpour.

Storms batter Mid-Atlantic, sparking several tornadoes and widespread flash flooding

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